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Can you back up when flat towing?

I’m going on a long road trip, and I’ll have to flat tow my friend’s car. I’ve never towed anything before, so I’m not sure about all the rules. Can you back up while flat towing?

Macy Fouse · Updated on Aug 26, 2022

Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.

Whether you’re in a truck or an RV, you should not back up when flat towing another vehicle without first disconnecting the two vehicles. Tow bars are designed to pull, not push, so backing up with the towed vehicle still attached could cause damage.

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